Fun Things To Do In Cheyenne, WY

Attractions, Sightseeing and Events

Like many western towns, Cheyenne sprang up in the path of the transcontinental railroad in 1867 as it crossed the great plains. Nicknamed "Hell on Wheels,"" the rowdy town of railroad workers and soldiers from nearby Fort D.A. Russell was teeming with numerous saloons and burlesque theaters. Cheyenne did not remain a wild town for long, as a booming livestock industry attracted investment from eastern and foreign cattle barons. With this new wealth, Cheyenne developed fine hotels, theaters, and the first opera house west of the Mississippi. In the 1880s, Cheyenne was the wealthiest per capita city in the world. The state Capitol's dome was even covered in gold leaf. Today, Cheyenne boasts many attractions that hearken back to its early days. Victorian mansions and historic buildings like the Capitol and Governors' Mansion dominate downtown. Cheyenne's newest downtown attraction is its restored Union Pacific Depot. The grand structure is home to a Visitors Center, restaurant, and the Cheyenne Depot Museum which highlights Cheyenne's railroad history. Cheyenne is also known for its rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days. Begun in 1897, the event has now grown into the largest outdoor rodeo and western celebration in the world. The celebration includes daily rodeos, nightly concerts, an Indian Village, parades, art shows, pancake breakfasts, a carnival, and more.Skip to Best Places to Stay. Best Time to Visit. View Map.

Historic Union Pacific Depot Fully restored to its 1920s glory, the Depot includes a beautifully restored lobby, visitor center, restaurant, the Cheyenne Depot Museum, and a plaza for outdoor concerts and other events.

Terry Bison Ranch Scenic in Cheyenne, WY USA User Rating:Working Buffalo ranch with a restaurant, gift shop and tours Take a tour on one of our custom-built trains to see ostriches, camel, and stop at a bison herd. We also offer guided trail rides and a Sunday lunch train. Stop by the Trading Post gift shop for unique gifts, buffalo meat, and activity sign-up.

Best Time to Visit Cheyenne

The best time to visit Cheyenne is in the summer and spring. Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the low 60's. Spring nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's.